Hebrews 8:7

New King James Version

For if that first covenant had been faultless, then no place would have been sought for a second.

Cross References

Galatians 3:21

Is the law then against the promises of God? Certainly not! For if there had been a law given which could have given life, truly righteousness would have been by the law.

Deuteronomy 29:14

“I make this covenant and this oath, not with you alone,

Hebrews 7:11

Therefore, if perfection were through the Levitical priesthood (for under it the people received the law), what further need was there that another priest should rise according to the order of Melchizedek, and not be called according to the order of Aaron?

Hebrews 7:18

For on the one hand there is an annulling of the former commandment because of its weakness and unprofitableness,

Hebrews 8:6

But now He has obtained a more excellent ministry, inasmuch as He is also Mediator of a better covenant, which was established on better promises.